NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The first significant snowstorm of the season is expected on Tuesday, with heavy snowfall forecast across Western Massachusetts.
The National Weather Service in Albany, N.Y., has issued a winter storm warning starting at 7 a.m. on Tuesday with nearly a foot of snow forecast to fall through the day. The warning covers the Berkshires, Southern Vermont and parts of eastern New York State.
As of late Monday, the forecast was 7 to 11 inches of snow accumulation over the Berkshires and Southern Vermont. Snow will be begin falling between 5 and 7 a.m., moving east to west.
Greylock Snow Day has adjusted its snow-day meter to 75 percent, with a 50 percent chance of early release. By late Monday, Berkshire Arts & Technology Public Charter School, Northern Berkshire School Union schools and Readsboro, Vt., had canceled classes.
Berkshire Community College has also canceled classes as has Williams College, which is also closing its Children's Center.
MCLA will be closed today. Day and evening classes have been cancelled.
Closures:
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Peter W. Foote Vietnam Veterans Memorial Rink
Mountain Dog Academy
Berkshire Food Project
The Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires
Berkshire Emporium and Dino.Cafe
Reminder that most cities and towns have winter parking bans in place: Parking on the street overnight could result in your vehicle being towed.
Pittsfield has restricted parking to the even side of the street beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday through 7 a.m. on Wednesday. Vehicles should shift to the odd side of the street beginning Wednesday at 7 a.m. through Thursday 7 a.m. to allow for snow cleanup.
The McKay Street parking garage is open for free overnight parking starting Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 7 a.m. through the duration of the emergency. Trash and recycling pickup for Tuesday, Dec. 2, is canceled and will resume with a one-day delay on Wednesday.
Hazardous travel is expected particularly during the afternoon because of snow-covered roads and poor visibility.
Moderate to heavy snow will impact the evening commute Tuesday. Snowfall rates between a half-inch and an inch are expected within the warned areas. Caution is advised for all motorists.
WTEN's Storm Tracker has most of the Berkshires and Southern Vermont seeing 5 to 8 inches; snowfall is expected to be ligher and mixed with rain to the south.
There's still a chance the storm could shift slightly, which will affect snow totals. AccuWeather says the speed of the storm could also decrease snow accumulations. The Accuweather team is also forecasting that December will stay "cold and stormy" for the next two weeks.
A thump of snow is incoming to a large portion of New England tomorrow. While not an overly intense storm, it will bring a widespread 4-8 inches and kick off meteorological winter with a bit of a bang. Details: #MAwx #CTwx #RIwx #NHwx #MEwx #VTwx www.newenglandstormcenter.com/post/thump-o...
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Friday Front Porch Feature: A Charming House Like New
By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
The home prior to renovations.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Are you looking for a newly renovated home with great space? Then this might be the perfect fit for you!
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 100 Autumn Drive.
This three-bedroom, two-bathroom split level was built in 1965 and is 1,396 square feet on 0.32 acres.
The house was completely renovated recently. It includes a one-car garage, and comes with appliances including a dishwasher and stove/oven, and other major appliances.
The house is listed for $359,500.
We spoke with owners Michael Zeppieriand Chris Andrews, who did the renovations. Zeppieri is an agent with Alton and Westall Real Estate Agency.
What was your first impression when you walked into the home?
Zeppieri: I purchased this home to do a full renovation flip and saw tremendous potential in this mid-century split level home that had not been updated since it was built in the 1960s, in a great North Adams neighborhood.
Andrews: The house was a much different house when we first purchased it in 2022 (photo attached is from about 2010.) The interior was painted all in dark colors and we brightened it up with neutral colors. The transformation makes you feel like you are in a totally different house.
What were the recent renovations, any standout design features?
Zeppieri: The house has had a complete reconfiguration including new kitchen with high-end appliances, ceramic tiled baths, hardwood floors, new windows and roof ... just to name a few. All a buyer has to do is move in and enjoy.
Andrews: Yes, we renovated the entire house. New windows, new roof, all new custom black gutter system, new blacktop driveway, hardwood floors were installed through out the house. New kitchen and bathrooms as well as painting the exterior and interior of the house. New paver patio in the back yard.
What kind of buyer would this home be ideal for?
Zeppieri: The buyer for this home could be a first-time homebuyer or a retiree ... the location is close to attractions in North Adams ... and the property is located in Autumn Heights, which is a very small residential development with several long-term owners.
Andrews: This home is truly ideal for a variety of buyers. Whether a first-time homebuyer, a small family or even someone looking to downsize from a larger home.
What do you think makes this property stand out in the current market?
Zeppieri: The location, price and move-in condition of this home make it a true market leader in the North Adams Market.
Andrews: This house is completely renovated and in a desirable location of North Adams. The natural light in the home really makes the interior pop. And with all the upgrades the home stays quite cool in the summer months.
Do you know any unique stories about the home or its history?
Zeppieri: This home was built for the Gould family in 1969 and they lived there till 2010. It was always a family home during that time in which the Goulds had two children ... and Virgina Gould managed Mohawk Forest Apartments and was a very active resident of North Adams.
Andrews: Built in about 1965.
What do the current owners love about this home?
Zeppieri: As the current owner it was a fun project to transform this home and get it ready for its next adventure with a new family to enjoy for many years.
Andrews: No one has lived in the house since we purchased the home. The new owners would be the first to live in the house since the renovations have been completed.
What would you say to a buyer trying to imagine their life in this space?
Andrews: I would suggest seeing the house either on a sunny day or at twilight to really get a vision of how special the home feels.
You can find out more about this house on its listing here.
*Front Porch Feature brings you an exclusive to some of the houses listed on our real estate page every week. Here we take a bit of a deeper dive into a certain house for sale and ask questions so you don't have to.
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